Rome to Sofia (FCO–SOF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FCO–SOF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Wizz Air and Bulgaria Air lead the route. The flight covers 574 miles in approximately 1h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 73 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W6 Wizz Air | 7 | 32Q | 1h55 | – | – | – |
| FB Bulgaria Air Also: AZ | 5 | 221 | 1h50 | – | – | AZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sofia from Rome
| Metric | FCO→SOF | CIA→SOF | NAP→SOF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 7 | 8 |
| Flight time | 1h 50m | 1h 45m | 1h 34m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · SOF: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 PM in Sofia.
Both Italy and Bulgaria are EU member states. Italian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Bulgaria without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.
FCO–SOF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to SOF
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Sofia Airport (SOF) are connected by nonstop service from Bulgaria Air and Wizz Air. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FCO to SOF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to SOF ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes to 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 574 miles (924 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
73 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BOJ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA), Napoli (NAP) and Rimini (RN) (RMI).